Custom harvester meeting set
Join Vita Plus in "Mastering the Forage Challenge" during its Custom Harvester Meeting, Feb. 19-20, in Madison, Wis.
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Effects of 2012 drought on feeding dairy animals
Here are some answers on how to handle feeding challenges presented by the drought of 2012.
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Pay now, or pay with interest
When it comes to interpersonal relations, there are no shortcuts. You can either pay now or pay later. Learn the importance of taking time to communicate effectively the first time around.
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New or expanding livestock operations need to assess water needs
Producers who plan to start or expand a livestock operation need to think about water before moving forward.
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Online tool provides an interactive farm budgeting resource
The Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute (FAPRI) at the University of Missouri has developed an online tool to help farmers build projected budgets for their operations.
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New online Salmonella risk assessment
The short self-assessment tool is designed to help you recognize risks for a Salmonella outbreak on your dairy operation.
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Is your cattle feeding operation a bird feeder?
Feedlots and dairies have been associated with large populations of starlings during winter months. A starling weighing 85 grams can consume over 2 pounds of feed in a 30-day period.
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YouTube video offers calf disease prevention tips
The informational video highlights the importance of newborn calf protection against E. coli and coronavirus from a veterinarian's perspective.
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Mid-America Alfalfa Expo & Conference coming up
Alfalfa winter survival following a drought and how to best manage through that situation will be one of the key topics addressed during the Feb. 5-6 Alfalfa Expo, to be held in Kearney, Neb.
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Livestock producers get income tax relief after drought
Some Midwestern livestock producers might find themselves facing higher income tax bills if the drought forced them to cull and sell more animals than normal in 2012 - but help is available, two Purdue Extension agricultural economists say.
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Steer clear of 'Employee of the Month' programs
Instead, design an incentive where every employee who surpasses a certain performance level may earn the award—even if this means smaller awards.
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- New crop cottonseed market rallies in face of tight supplies
- Corn and soybean prices continue to retrace 2012 drought rally
- Ag markets generally mixed to start this week
- USDA announces Conservation Reserve Program sign-up
- South Dakota State University dairy faculty works With USAID
- What are the drivers of profit in your dairy herd?
